Irrigation Technician

Ruppert Landscape Co; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Family culture

Year-round opportunities

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape Co in Panama City is seeking an Irrigation Technician to join our Maintenance team. Primary responsibilities include routine irrigation inspections, troubleshooting, and on-site repairs for commercial properties.

You will manage inventory, assist with upgrades, and ensure safety on job sites. A valid driver’s license with a clean record is required, and a DOT physical may be necessary; irrigation certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year irrigation maintenance/installation experience in commercial or residential settings.
• Basic knowledge of construction plans/diagrams.
• Possess irrigation certification(s), preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; able to pass a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine irrigation inspections for designated commercial properties.
• Identify and resolve issues with irrigation systems via troubleshooting and diagnosis.
• Replace or repair components such as pipes, sprinkler heads, valves, or timers.
• Provide recommendations for upgrades tailored to clients’ needs.
• Manage irrigation inventory and ensure tools and materials are stocked.
• Maintain safety protocols and keep company vehicles in safe condition.

Skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Education

Irrigation certification

Tools

Irrigation controllers

Job description

Ruppert Landscape is a privately held commercial landscape maintenance and construction company based inLaytonsville, MD. With a multi-state presence and a small company feel, our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

We are hiring for an Irrigation Technician to join our Panama City Maintenance team.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine irrigation inspections for designated commercial properties
• Identify and resolve issues with irrigation systems through troubleshooting and diagnosis
• Ability to problem solve while on site though process of elimination
• Replace or repair components, such as pipes, sprinkler heads, valves, or timers
• Provide recommendations for upgrades tailored to clients’ needs and objectives
• Manage irrigation inventory, ensuring that all necessary tools, equipment, and materials are fully stocked and systematically organized for maximum job efficiency
• Promote and adhere to safety protocols by ensuring a safe working environment
• Maintain company vehicles in a safe condition to reflect company's professional image
• Effectively manage job hours for assigned tasks
• Actively participate with in-house training and continued education
• Complete daily reports for work completed to include property reports, estimates and timecards daily

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year experience performing irrigation maintenance and installation in a commercial or residential environment, or similar experience in plumbing, HVAC, or mechanical fields
• Basic knowledge of construction plans and diagrams
• Possess irrigation certification(s), preferred
• Experience with servicing, repairing, and troubleshooting commercial/residential irrigation systems, preferred
• Knowledge of irrigation controllers, timers and sensors, preferred
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with clients
• Familiarity with smart phones and basic computer operations
• Strong written, verbal and personal communication skills
• Must have a valid driving license, with a clean record, no major violation in the last 3 to 5 years
• Much have or be able to pass a DOT physical to obtain a DOT medical card
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Ability to stand, squat, reach for long periods and lift minimum 50lbsas needed

What we provide:

• Competitive hourly wage and overtime
• On the job training
• Paid Time off
• Medical benefits with dental and vision
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible work/life balance
• Family-oriented company culture
• Year-round opportunities for employment

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